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Adams' speech story was funny, but lacked news

I enjoyed tremendously the reporting of University of Georgia President Michael Adams' State of the University address.

Not only was it short, it was also quite lacking news. The comments of the students present were quite humorous.

''I thought it was wonderful and very exquisite'' is only what you can expect from anyone trained to make their speeches wonderful and exquisite.

And is it not impossible for a living entity to be in a place, and not be actually living there? If it is, I don't believe it.

''I loved his bow tie'' from a psychology major must lead me to believe there is more to a burgundy tie with yellow flowers than meets the eye. ''He looked cool.'' Now that is news.

Let's shift our focus to the university and how it spends or utilizes our money. As for that donated stuff, I really wouldn't care if the president or anyone else went to Vegas and blew every penny. That's the risk you take when you donate. Adams' comment, ''The stress of numerous events on my family has been greater than I would have ever hoped,'' leads me to ask for a definition of hope. And yes, there are times when we just can't help feeling sorry for some.

To the president's ''This is a trend that simply cannot continue,'' I would like to add, I hope it's not the only one.

And as to ''what drew me to higher education'' I'm obliged to ask, ''What did?''

Hey, look, forget about that bow tie. Check out those trousers, with the extra deep pockets.